1108 K Street, NW

On Monday we, along with many others, posted about the fundraiser for Sakina Halal Grill Thanks to Scott for sending the update, as of 9:10am Friday they have raised $278,697.

“Kazi Manan introduced a new model of empathy and kindness in America when he opened his restaurant to every person who needs a refuge from their daily hunger. He has never differentiated between a paying or non-paying customer as he is constantly aware of his journey to success – and the difficulties along the way. Sakina Halal Grill has proudly served meals to the homeless independently and unsupported by any donations from patrons. (more…)



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From MPD:

“Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Branch are investigating a Homicide offense that occurred on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, in the 3rd Street Tunnel near Massachusetts Avenue, Northwest.

At approximately 2:52 pm, the suspect brandished a handgun and fired at the victim after a traffic related dispute. The suspect then fled the scene in a vehicle. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.

On Thursday, October 22, 2020, the victim succumbed to his injuries (more…)



901 New York Avenue, NW

Thanks to Sherri, Jaclyn, and Hilary for sending: “Signage for Yardbird is up on New York Ave! Looks like it is replacing Acadiana.”

Acadiana closed after many years on Dec. 31st 2018.

In October 2018 we posted some scuttlebutt that Miami’s Yardbird Southern Table & Bar could be coming to D.C. Scuttlebutt confirmed! Yardbird’s website says opening 2021. Check out their Miami menus here and stay tuned.



919 5th Street, NW photo by Laetitia-Laure B.

Update: From an email, “Some information in regards to the rebranding of Silo. We are changing the concept to a Bavarian Food Hall called Prost DC. I’ve attached our menus and we are planning on opening next Thursday 10/22.” Check out the menu ProstDCMenu (PDF)

Thanks to Laetitia-Laure and other for sending photos of the current signage at Silo:

“do you know anything about Silo? Rebranding (pivoting lol)? New ownership? Excited for Oktoberfest?” (more…)


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